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California State University-San Marcos Stats
Enrollment Deposit
How much is Csusm's enrollment deposit?
California State University-San Marcos requires a deposit of $150 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
20.30%
California State University-San Marcos is in the top 20.30% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
19.20%
California State University-San Marcos is in the top 19.20% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
32.10%
California State University-San Marcos is in the top 32.10% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.
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Enrollment Deposit
How much is Csusm's enrollment deposit?
California State University-San Marcos requires a deposit of $150 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
20.30%
California State University-San Marcos is in the top 20.30% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
19.20%
California State University-San Marcos is in the top 19.20% of colleges in the state of California for deposit cost. 18.37% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
32.10%
California State University-San Marcos is in the top 32.10% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.
You can find information on taking next steps at California State University-San Marcos's website.
Student Population
California State University-San Marcos educates a diverse community of 16,760 students, with 15,456 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,304 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
16,760
Total Undergraduates
15,456
Total Graduates
1,304
82% Full-Time
18% Part-Time
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Student Population
California State University-San Marcos educates a diverse community of 16,760 students, with 15,456 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,304 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
16,760
Total Undergraduates
15,456
Total Graduates
1,304
82% Full-Time
18% Part-Time
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Admissions
The admission process at California State University-San Marcos has a 96% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. California State University-San Marcos has test required that focus on each student's unique potential.
Acceptance Rate
96%
Application Fee
$70
SAT
Students submitting SAT
0%
ACT
Students submitting ACT
0%
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Admissions
The admission process at California State University-San Marcos has a 96% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. California State University-San Marcos has test required that focus on each student's unique potential.
Acceptance Rate
96%
Application Fee
$70
SAT
Students submitting SAT
0%
ACT
Students submitting ACT
0%
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Location
Located in San Marcos, CA, California State University-San Marcos offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.
City
San Marcos
County
San Diego County
State
California
Country
United States
Urbanization
Suburb: Large
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Location
Located in San Marcos, CA, California State University-San Marcos offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.
City
San Marcos
County
San Diego County
State
California
Country
United States
Urbanization
Suburb: Large
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About
California State University-San Marcos features a student-focused approach with a 21 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
21 : 1
Religious Affiliation
False
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Public, 4-year or above
Website
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About
California State University-San Marcos features a student-focused approach with a 21 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
21 : 1
Religious Affiliation
False
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Public, 4-year or above
Website
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Cost
California State University-San Marcos makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $10,500 with 79% of students receiving financial assistance including 44% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$10,500
Received Aid
79%
Pell Recipients
44%
$2,871 In-State
$2,871 Out-of-State
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Cost
California State University-San Marcos makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $10,500 with 79% of students receiving financial assistance including 44% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$10,500
Received Aid
79%
Pell Recipients
44%
$2,871 In-State
$2,871 Out-of-State
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Demographics
The California State University-San Marcos student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 101% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Demographics
The California State University-San Marcos student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 101% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Outcomes
California State University-San Marcos prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 59% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
59%
Outcomes
California State University-San Marcos prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 59% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
59%





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